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WJ12 DJV

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,081 mi
Last recorded40,081 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 DJV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 May 2026 40,081 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Central Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 37,301 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 33,749 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 32,671 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 32,671 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 30,079 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front tyre cracked.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 28,638 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 26,649 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 25,311 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 23,206 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 18,725 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 18,725 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 15,753 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 10,030 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215?

Based on 5,873 MOT tests across 656 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,857
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
656
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 21
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WJ12 DJV is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 22,028 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ12 DJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WJ12 DJV is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 24 April 2012.

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